Cozy Lakeside Cottage, North Shore, Upper Hamlin 40 ft from waters edge

Free Soil, Michigan

$217 avg/night

Minimum Stay 2 Nights

Overview

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Bath

Cottage

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Max Sleeps

2 nights

Min Stay

Description

Come enjoy our like NEW cottage nestled in the Manistee National Forest on the north shore, sunny side, of upper Hamlin Lake. As you travel down the last 5 miles of the wooded gravel road, you won't see any houses, just an occasional deer, opossum, raccoon, porcupine or squirrel. Nature at its finest. The cottage was built in the 1940’s and has been totally renovated/updated inside and out. The furnishings, cabinets, appliances, linens, etc. are all like new and are still very neat,CLEAN, disinfectected after each visitor, and well maintained. You will enjoy a panoramic view of the entire upper lake and awesome sunsets over the dunes right from your deck or the shore. Fishing is great right off the 40 ft dock where you can also tie up your boat. Docks removed mid September. Boating, swimming, skiing, hiking, wine tasting, and other fun activities are waiting just for you! There is also a shared lakeside firepit. Lake Michigan is minutes away for an afternoon picnic or swim. Golfing at some of the state's finest courses is close by. Or, for those who like more physical activity, bring your bikes for riding on the miles of trails in the National Forest. Or, if you prefer, bring a good book to read while sipping on your favorite beverage in a lounge chair by the lake! If you are looking for 2 cottages in close proximity (200 feet apart), this cottage sleeps 2 adults and The Shadows on Hamlin Lake #1 sleeps 3 adults! (See VRBO listing #236973.) Great for friends and/or families who like to vacation together but sleep/stay in different quarters. It all awaits you at The Shadows on Hamlin Lake #2. We live on the property, adjacent to this cottage which is approximately 20 feet from the waters edge. Because it is so close to the lake, we provide you with a garden cart to take your belongs to the cottage, as you cannot drive to your back door. You may hear the water lapping on the break wall or on the attached boathouse wall. For some this may be a relaxing, soothing sound. For others……. Cottage is located 5.5 miles down a gravel road. Children 16 years and older welcome. NO ANIMALS/PETS. No contact checkin but available by cell 24/7. Keys on kitchen table, door unlocked for your arrival.
Keywords: cottage, lakeshore, lakeside

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Features

SKI

Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
PETS

No Pets Allowed
DINING

Dining Table
SAFETY

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
BEDROOM

1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided
GENERAL

Double-glazed Windows Humane Treatment Of Captive Wild Animals Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 625 Sq Ft (58 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only Water-efficient Toilets Only
KITCHEN

Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
LAUNDRY

Near Laundromat
PARKING

Car Required Onsite Parking
INTERNET

Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
OUTDOORS

Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
BATHROOMS

1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Soap Towels Provided
WORKSPACES

Desk Desk Chair
LANGS SPOKEN

English
THINGS TO DO

Boat On Site Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Marina Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Sledding Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
ENTERTAINMENT

Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
CLIMATE CONTROL

Air Conditioning Heating
LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request)
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

1 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Visual Alarms In Hallways Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible

Check-in : 04:00 PM Check-out : 10:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 2

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Karen H.
Submitted May 18, 2026

Stayed May 16, 2026

Cozy and clean cabin with its amazing lake view! We enjoyed the fire pit in the evening, and sitting on the boat dock during the day. Very pleasant wooded grounds and very pleasant stay.
Jill and Joel B.
Submitted Oct 13, 2025

Stayed Oct 10, 2025

We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage! It was cute, clean, and felt very welcoming from the moment we arrived. The view of the lake was absolutely beautiful and made for a peaceful, relaxing getaway. We especially appreciated the quiet and the natural beauty that surrounded us — it was the perfect place to unwind. The location was ideal for outdoor activities, with great opportunities for biking, hiking the nearby Nordhouse Dunes, and kayaking from a convenient public boat launch. We would definitely love to come back!
Anthony L.
Submitted Oct 4, 2025

Stayed Sep 30, 2025

What a great adventure getting to cabin, but it was worth it. This was one of the nicest properties we've stayed at. Everything was perfect. The cabin was well stocked and very peaceful. We went into Ludington and Manistee during the days and sat at the waters edge at sunset. The birds kept us company and we were visited by an eagle.Deb and Mark were incredibly friendly and welcoming.Looking forward to our next stay
Submitted Sep 27, 2025

Stayed Sep 22, 2025

Truly stunning location on Hamlin lake and just a few minutes from Nordhouse Dunes. Cabin was comfortable, clean, and host was very attentive.
Submitted Sep 2, 2025

Stayed Aug 29, 2025

Yes, cozy little lakeside cottage! So relaxing with some exciting fishing. Hosts were wonderful…very helpful and always available.
Steve T.
Submitted Aug 5, 2025

Stayed Jul 26, 2025

Very good
Anna W.
Submitted Jun 14, 2025

Stayed Jun 9, 2025

This place is like a piece of heaven on earth. So peaceful and relaxing!
Julia G.
Submitted May 26, 2025

Stayed May 24, 2025

The cottage, location and experience were perfect. The cottage is just right for two. Clean (spotless) comfortable and so well appointed. Enjoyed fishing off the dock, building a fire and enjoying the beautiful sunsets. Cannot wait to come back.
Linda W.
Submitted Oct 13, 2024

Stayed Oct 10, 2024

Peaceful! So quiet.Beautiful little cabin.The surroundings beyond gorgeous with the lake and the colorful trees. We loved it!!
Nathan S.
Submitted Oct 8, 2024

Stayed Oct 4, 2024

The cottage was very nice and cozy. There's enough room for you and your significant other, but don't expect to have anymore than 3-4 adults in total. Fantastic view for stars with very very minimal light pollution. Nicely secluded away from the general population, mostly private, and just all around a very nice cottage to stay at. Very nice fire pit, amazing view over the lake, and just a very relaxing place. We'll definitely be back in the future. One thing I would like to tell everybody, the GPS tries to take you through Federal Forest 5706 Rd, do NOT take it, go further west to West Pleasant Hill Rd. Deb will give you excellent instructions on how to get to the beautiful cottage.
Tami B.
Submitted Oct 1, 2024

Stayed Sep 27, 2024

The property was remote and located on the lake. It was absolutely beautiful and calming. Especially enjoyed the wildlife, having met one of two foxes that inhabit this location. The owner's home was right behind the cottage. They were very friendly and available as we needed them.